In this episode, we're chatting about...

✨ Which hotel brands are best for booking on points (and which luxury brands  fall under them)
💳 The three ways to earn hotel points — and why “buying” them can actually save you hundreds
🏖️ How to score the 4th or 5th night free (and the rules that make it work)
🏨 The “hidden trick” for larger families when the room says it only fits two
📅 How to use award calendars and tools to find the best availability and stretch your points
🥇 Why Hyatt is the “GOAT” for hotel points — and how to use its category page to plan smarter stays
💡 How Michele booked a $2,000-a-night Paris hotel for zero dollars

Whether you’re planning a big family trip or a luxury couple’s escape, this episode will show you how to book smarter, spend less, and travel better — all while creating the kind of memories you’ll talk about for years.

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👋 Hi! I'm Michele!

A points and miles expert, using points for family vacations to Japan, Hawaii, Thailand, Greece, Italy, Spain, theme parks and so much more.

I don't believe in spending more to earn more points. The key is knowing how to earn the best points and getting massive value from them.

With a teenager in competitive sports & public school, traveling during the busiest of times is our family's norm. I'll show you my best tips & strategies to use points for making incredible family travel happen.

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